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KinkyCurlyCoilyMe Castor Oil Challenge Spring 2012 – Grow Your Hair Thick & Long!

By Jenell — February 10, 2012
KinkyCurlyCoilyMe Castor Oil Challenge Spring 2012 – Grow Your Hair Thick & Long!

The last day to enter this challenge is March 7th, 2012

Click HERE for info on the oil I’m using for the challenge

I’ve heard about Castor Oil challenges online many times, but I’ve never joined them.

I’m soo excited to start my own KCCM Castor Oil Challenge and put the hype to the test.
Click HERE to read up on the benefits of castor oil
!!!!!KinkyCurlyCoilyMe Castor Oil Challenge Spring 2012!!!!!

Grow Your Hair Thick & Long In 3 Months
The challenge will begin on March 1, 2012 and end on June 1, 2012.
I’m giving everyone enough time to sign up & get your castor oil
I will be giving away a prize to a lucky ACTIVE participant of this challenge. I’m not sure what the prize will be yet, but I promise it will be good!
Challenge Rules

* You can use any type of Castor Oil you desire (Jamaican Black Oil, Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil, Cold Pressed Castor Oil, etc.)
*You must apply the castor oil to your hair/scalp 3x’s a week at the minimum.
* You may mix your castor oil with another oil if it is too thick Castor for you, or if irritation occurs.
*There will be a weekly Castor Oil challenge update post starting from week 1 through to week 13. Check in once a week (or as often as you realistically can) and let us know how your hair is doing.  Checking in on the Fanpage is fine, but in order for your check ins to count towards the prize, you must check in on the weekly check in post. Capisce?
*By the end of the challenge, Week 13, post your starting photo and your ending photo together, no later than June 1st, 2012.
Alright… so those were the rules you have to follow during the challenge, here’s how you join…

How to Enter the Challenge

To enter this challenge you must do the following by March 1st, 2012: 
Leave a comment to this post answering the following

1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
(Jamaican Black Castor Oil, Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil, Cold Pressed Castor Oil, etc)
2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
(eye brow length, nose length, chin length, shoulder length etc)
3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
(Edges, Scalp, Sealing Hair, Hot oil treatments, Overnight Steaming, etc. / 3x a week, 5x a week, etc.)
4. Attach at least one length photo to your comment. 
(To attach a photo in the comment box you first need to click in the comment box to activate the box.  After you click in the box you will see”+image” in the lower left hand corner, click it and upload as many photos showing the length of your hair as it is now)

 Winner of the prize will be announced on Friday June 8, 2012. You must have a beginning and an ending photo to be eligible for the prize. You must have been ACTIVE during the challenge? What’s active? Checking in regularly, I’d say at least 9 check ins during the 13 weeks of the challenge.
I found this pic on google. Its someones castor oil challenge results!
Check out these Castor Oil Challenge reviews I’ve found:
Next Challenge will begin June 1, 2012
HAVE QUESTIONS? PLEASE ASK THEM IN YOUR ENTRY COMMENT AND I/OR SOMEONE ELSE WILL REPLY.


Don’t forget to invite others. Muah!

 The last day to enter this challenge is March 7th, 2012


 

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About Author

Jenell Stewart, formally known as BlakIzBeautyful is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Kinky Curly Coily Me. Jenell has a MS in special education and dedicates her time to educating and uplifting women with kinky, curly, coily hair. She big chopped on March 26, 2010 and currently lives in Brooklyn, NY.

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  • JenellyBean

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Jamaican Black Castor Oil & Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? front is chin length, sides are collar bone length, and the back is almost armpit length
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    I will rub castor oil on my Scalp 3x a week. I will seal my hair with castor oil, whenever I'm styling my hair or remoisturizing. I will use castor oil during my pre-poos.

    • Napiphany

       Hello there. I entered my information for the challenge on the 18th, and I no longer see it on here.  Do I need to resubmit my info?

    • PiaBailey

      This is my 3rd try trying to post and join this challenge.  Hopefully this will go through this time.
      1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Jamaican Black Castor Oil
       2. How long is your hair now? Front is nose length, sides are jaw bone length, and the back is neck length
      3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will rub castor oil on my Scalp 3-4x a week. I will seal my hair with castor oil. 

  • Bukolao31

    I'm really excitied about this challenge! I actually just recieved my JBCO in the mail and this would be more motivation to use it consistently! Answers to questions coming soon! :)

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    I'm happy you're joining me! I won't be alone! Muah!

  • Lannettea

    I will be using, Jamaican black castor oil. Front of hair is nose length, side is little under my chin, back is shoulder length. I will def be using oil for my.edges, scalp and used about 4x a week, super excited about this challenge so motivating.

  • Nettea

    Lannettea is me forgot to sign in.

  • Chichi

    I will be using JBCO.
    My hair is about 3 inches long all the way around. Front comes just above bridge of nose. Side comes reaches to about an inch and a half above shoulder.
    I will using it on my scalp everyday and as a hot oil treatment every two weeks.

  • Meya39

    sure why not.
    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    The Palma Christi Hexane-Free Pure,Cold Pressed Castor Oil(may mix with another oil).
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    Just below my voice box(may trem right before Challenge)
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
     Overnight Steaming at least 2x a week, to seal my hair with castor whenever I'm moisturizing.

  • Meya39

     more length pics

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    @4b7a3867c0ef2903c0f95cb98c7161ee thanks for joining me on this challenge. Its going to be fun!

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Hey @0e5dbe4d88b902f27d3336e31221215f thanks for joining me on this challenge. Its going to be fun!

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Hey @3925eaa35ca5022a5a7a4172bc208c6e thanks for joining me on this challenge. Its going to be fun! Don't forget to post your pics, if you dont want to post pics thats fine, but you cant win the prize without pics. 

  • Kamilah Idontsmile Berry

    This is my first challenge, yay!
    I will use JBCO.
    I have a twa, maybe an inch long straight. (not even two weeks old!)
    I will continue to use my oil once a week w/ cayenne on my scalp, once w/o cayenne and once through my strands.

  • Stace’why

    What type of Castor Oil you will be using? Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    How long is your hair now- Front, Sides, Back? The front of my hair is nose length, the sides are chin length and back is to my collar bone.
    How will you be using your castor oil? I'll be using it on my scalp and for sealing at night 3x a week.

    Sidenote( i'm no longer natural, will it be ok to still join)

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Of course! Relaxed women want hair growth too!

  • Stace’why

    thanks

  • sapphire

    this is actually my first challenge, and i'm so looking forward to it.
    I'll be using homemade castor oil and regular pharmacy castor oil. Front of my hair is nose length, sides are chin length and the back is shoulder length. I'll apply the oil 3x a week.
    cant wait to see the results

  • SheRea DelSol

    What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil from local Indian Store2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? Front-below the bottom lipSides-collar boneBack-Below the neck(Not the most detailed description so I hope the pics help)3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? (Edges, Sealing Hair, Adding to Deep Conditions….I will use it at LEAST three times a week, possibly nightly)

  • Belidania23

    Hi I will be using dark fastidious oil from Okay. Happy to are the results!

  • Belidania23

    I meant to say dark castor oil form Okay

  • BK

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? front chin length, back shoulder length
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will use on my edges daily and Scalp3x/week

    photos are after my haircut 12/23
    Thanks for this challenge.. It will keep me honest as I have been having some breakage around my edges and haven't been as diligent in using my castor oil and letting go of the ponytail!

  • Joan Renee Sparks

    Hello

  • Joan Renee Sparks

    Hello..I am also excited to join the Castor Oil Challenge! I love Castor Oil and it has been a staple in my regimen. I will be using Cold Pressed Castor Oil. My hair is tip of my nose length in the front..the sides are at my jawbone..and the back is neck length. I will be using the Castor Oil as a sealant 1x a week as I keep my hair in cornrows under a wig for my winter protective style. I will use the Castor Oil on my edges 7x a week and on my scalp 3x a week. I 

  • NatashaP

    1. I'll be using cold pressed and (if I can get my hands on it) Jamaican black castor oil.
    2. My hair is a tapered TWA – lip length in the very front – between
     and 2 throughout the rest of my head (that's my best guesstimate)
    3. I will use castor oil in my oil blends on my scalp every other night and as a sealant.

  • Cameka Hart

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?
    Now Solutions Castor Oil

    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?
    Front is nose length, side is below the ear, back is neck length

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil?
    One my edges, scalp, and adding it into my whipped shea butter mix I plan to use it 4 to 5 times a week

    *I couldnt get my pictures to post.

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Kamilah Idontsmile Berry thanks for joining me on this challenge. Its going to be fun!

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    thanks for joining me on this challenge. Its going to be fun!

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    @38af78b464d862e28ebf854239e8aa29 thanks for joining me on this challenge. Its going to be fun! Don't forget to post your pics. you don't  have to share pics, but you won't be eligible for the prize.

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    SheRea DelSol thanks for joining me on this challenge. Its going to be fun!

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    @4d0fcb9918f193ca056fa5b620c0da41 thanks for joining me on this challenge. Its going to be fun! You forgot to answer questions 2 and 3 and you didnt post any pics. You dont have to post pics, but you wont be eligible for the prize if you don't.

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    @52d14451e702a0f238343f1bd4f2fe7a thanks for joining me on this challenge. Its going to be fun!

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Joan Renee Sparks  thanks for joining me on this challenge. Its going to be fun!

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    NatashaP thanks for joining me on this challenge. Its going to be fun!

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Cameka Hart  thanks for joining me on this challenge. Its going to be fun!

  • Evita Emanuel

    So this is my first challenge and I am excited to join… I think this will be fun!

  • Nurselatetias2003

    JBCO and Tea Tree OIl mixture
    I currently have a TWA
    I use the mixture nightly to seal and moisturize and I apply it to my scalp and edges as well!!!! So I'll just continue my current regimen….

  • Nurselatetias2003

    Sounds great thanks for the challenge!!!

  • Evita

    Ok here is my first entry: 
    1. I will be using regular pharmacy brand castor oil. 
    2. My front is to my bottom lip , My back is right about shoulder length, my sides are about an inch below chin length, 
    3. I will use castor oil 3 times a week on my scalp during my evening moisturizing. I will also use it in my bi-weekly pre-poo. I will also use it in my deep conditioner.

  • Nakia Davis

    I am so excited to start this challenge. I will be using Jamaican Black Castor Oil. My current hair length is chin length in the front.  The sides are jaw length and the back comes to my shoulder. I have soooo much shrinkage though.  I will be using my Jamaican Black Castor Oil 3x's a week in combination with other oils as a massaging agent for the AM and PM.  Attached are my pics and I have so thrilled to be taking this journey with each and every one of you!!!

  • Nakia Davis

    Your hair is gorgeous!

  • Morgan

    I will be using JBCO for my hot oil treatments (every other week) and prepoo(once a week). I will also be using the cold pressed castor oil for my re-freshening spritz and night routine (about 2-3x a week). Currently, the front of my hair reaches the tip of my nose, the sides are chin length, and the back is bra strap length. I'll be sure to post a pic by 3/1.

  • Chi11factor11

    I big chopped after having dreds for 10 years. I have been following several naturals on You Tube to get product and styling ideas but this will be the first challenge I have joined and I am very excited!  I will use the NOW brand of castor oil, I will use on my edges and scalp three time a week, also to sela moisture and on my ends everytime I retwist. I will also check in by posting regularly. Front, left, right, and back measured at 6 inches, the top is at 7.  I'm still new at this so I will try to post pics. 

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Hey sis! You didn't answer the 3 questions

  • Dancingtonya

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    i will be using pharmacy castor il 
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    twa
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    (Edges, Scalp, Sealing Hair,, Overnight Steaming, etc. 3x a week, 

    4. Attach at least one length photo to your comment. 
    In my photo I am the one with the natural 

  • M Birriel

    I will like to join the challenge, the front is at the bridge of my nose,my back is right at  the base of my neck. Looking forward to new growth, i will be using cold press castor oil.
    happy growing!

  • Robrina McCoy

    I would love to join!

  • allicia forde

    I will be joining u..Really excited about this challenge!!

  • allicia forde

    Really happy to join this challenge

  • Anitaalcarroll

    Okay, I'm excited!I'm hoping not just for growth, but also increased thickness.

  • Graceakinfe

    i will be using cold pressed castor oil mixed with other oils 

    my hair in the front is to the  tip of my nose,sides r the bottom of my ear, my hair in the back is almost to the bottom of my neck

    i will use my castor oil during my pre-poos
    (i dont have a picture of my hair length but i am still part of the challenge ………. right).

  • Genise

    Hello, I am going to join in on this challenge.
    How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? My front is nose length, my sides are almost to my chin.
    I will be using the Pharmacy Castor Oil, and I will be using it at least 3x a week.
     

  • iamboredSInger

    i will be using cold pressed cater oil 
    my hair is the front is at the tip of my nose , in the back is almost at the bottom of my neck, the side is to the bottom of my ear.
    i will use cater oil mixed with other oils as my hot oil treatment 1x every 2 weeks 

    and rub in my scalp 3x a week every week

  • IamboredSinger

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    i will be using cold pressed cater oil my hair is the front is at the tip of my nose , in the back is almost at the bottom of my neck, the side is to the bottom of my ear.i will use cater oil mixed with other oils as my hot oil treatment 1x every 2 weeks and rub in my scalp 3x a week every week

  • LAKESHA FIELDS

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Jamaican Black Castor Oil and Cold Pressed Castor OIl.
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? front is top lip length and sides and back are at the end of my neck
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will rub castor oil on my Scalp 3x a week. I will seal my hair with castor oil arfter moisturizing. I will do hot oil treatments once a month with castor oil.

  • Nakeamorris25

    Hi blaklzbeautiful I'm in. I will be using the pharmacy brand castor oil, my hair is 6in in the front and sides and 6 1/2in in the back and middle, i will be using it every other day to seal in moisture and on my scalp.

  • LAKESHA FIELDS

    My focus will be on my edges.

  • Gerwendawilson

    I will be using  The Palma Christi hexane free, pure,cold pressed castor oil. My hair is fairly short right now. I will be using it in my pre poo, as a seal, and also massaging some into my scalp 3x a week.

  • Kellye Walker

    HI! I just started following and very excited about this challenge!!

  • BrownSk1nG1rl

    I will be using Black jamaican Castor oil as a sealant and directly on my scalp 3x per week. the front of my hair is on the tip of my nose, the side are pretty short its but my chin area and the back which is the longest is right about my my neck area.
    My hair is very thin and i would like to get thicker hair and retain length.

  • Keoysha Richardson

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Regular castor Oil I got from whole foods2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? front is mid nose, sides are bottom of ear, and the back is nape3. How will you be using your Castor Oil?  I will seal my hair with castor oil, whenever I'm styling my hair or remoisturizing. 

  • nappyjazzie

    1.what type of castor oil will you be using?- i will be using jamacian black castor oil & regular pharmacy castor oil.2. how long is your hair now – front, side and back.- front is just under my ey, side is is just to my neck,back is to my neck3.how will you be using your castor oil
    - i wil rub i in my scalp eery night and as i do my hair styles

  • Josie NerdGirl Williams

    1. What type of castor oil will you be using? Organic Castor Oil
    2. How long is your hair now?  Front: chin length, Sides: a little past collar bone length, and Back: a little past collar bone length 3. How will you be using your castor oil? I will use it on my scalp 3x a week, I seal my ends with a castor, jojoba and avocado oil mix and I'm looking into doing a hot oil treatment with it as well

    I wanted to know if you know of any hot oil treatments with castor oil, and also do you find that some parts of your hair grow longer than others? My sides and back come to the same point, just a little past my collar bone but my sides used to be at my chin, so they seem to grow faster, or rather retain length better than my back, but I can't really see why that would happen, thanks for this challenge, I was looking for something else to keep me motivated!

  • Walesa

    I'm really excited to participate ! I have never done this before.
    I will be using regular castor oil mixed with hamp oil, ylang ylang essential oil and vitamin E on 2 specific spots of my edges (I've been fighting against hair loss in those areas for more than 10 years). I will apply the mixture on my scalp from 1x to 2x a week.Otherwise, I use castor oil in my moisturizer recipe and my sealant recipe.As far as for the length, the front is 4.7in (2in for the difficult spot, which is a 6 months progress) and an average of 5.9in for the rest.

  • Bukolao31

    1. I plan to use both JBCO and regular Castor oil as mixture. I have been naturally for the past two years but recently did the big chop again so right now my hair is in a TWA. :) I will be using castor oil at least 3x a week by applying it to my scalp. I will also incorporate both castor oils into my deep conditioning and hot oil treatment 1x week. When I style my hair I will also use it to seal my ends. :)  

  • Jewel Munson

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    I will be using pure organic castor oil.
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    Front-the bottom of my nose. Sides-3/4's down my neck. Back- top of my back.
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    at least 3 times a week, i will be oiling my edges, and scalp.

  • Jewel Munson

    what is a pre-poo?

  • Chichi

    I forgot to say that I will be using it on my edges, which is the main reason for joining the challenge. I want to see if JBCO really helps to regrow damaged edges.

  • Chichi

    By the way your hair looks nice. I told you whenever you style your hair you have a nice curl pattern…me i just can't get it right.

  • Hisuna1

    Im in not sure which Castor oil I'm going to use yet but ill definately let you know.I've been meaning to comment on your success you're blowing up and that's excellent! I have a 6 week old son and I'm trying to figure out how you have so much time to do your hair we have similar textures but I cannot for the life of me style my own hair lol anyway Im looking forward to the challenge!!

  • Tamara Spriggs

    I'm excited about joining the challenge!!!!!!

  • Shavon Felder

    1. I will using the pharmacy castor oil & the jamaican black castoroil
    2. The front of my hair is nose length, the sides are shoulder length & the back is just past my shoulder. (shrinkage is bad)
    3. I will using castor oil about 3 to 5 times a week on edges & scalp at night. Also as a hot oil treatment.

  • Blakcyat

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    (The Palma Christi Castor Oil, etc)
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    (about 11.5 inches all around / Front – top of my chest, side – top of my armpit, back – bra strap length)
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    (Edges and scalp 3x a week, and mixed in my homemade shea butter moisturizer.)

  • Natural-Coke

    I will be joining you for the castor oil challenge! Unfortunately I don't have any yetbsonthis week I will check back in to tell u what kind i will be using!

    Mrs Jones

  • Nightmareb3for3and4ft3rskool

    I'll be using Cold-Pressed Castor Oil.

    My hair is around mid-back length all around I believe.
    I will be using Castor for my scalp and sealing my hair :)

  • Gailnator

    D: Sorry, I have no idea how this Disqus thing works…anyway, reposting my last post ~_ ~;

    I'll be using Cold-Pressed Castor Oil.
    My hair is around mid-back length all around I believe.
    I will be using Castor for my scalp and sealing my hair :)  Hopefully at least 5x a week

  • Alene Baptiste

    I will be using the Jamacian blend castor oil and some other generic brand. Length of my hair in front is a little above my eyebrows (tried to do a cute look and dyed the bang area of my hair, of course it stripped the natural texture of my curls. WON'T DO THAT EVER AGAIN). Back length is Shoulder length. Side length is a little above my chin. #x's a week is my commitment. I will also do it in both my daugthers hair. They are 1 and 2 years old. Just wanted to let you know that I tried to upload photos and for some reason your page stalled and never accepted my photo.

  • Kelley

    I am so excited about taking the Castor Oil Challenge! I will be using Heritage Store The Palma Christi Castor Oil. My hair is at nose length in the front, chin length on the sides, and the back is about a half inch from my shoulder. I have included a before picture of my hair blown out about 2 weeks ago. I will apply castor oil to my scalp 3x per week, and massage my scalp with each application. I will also seal  my hair with castor oil, as well as my ends.

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Cool to join answer the 3 questions!

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Send me an email with your questions.

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Its a conditioning treatment done before shampoos.
    Click on the prepoo link to watch my tutorial http://kinkycurlycoilyme.com/2012/02/several-ways-to-moisturize-rough.html

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Hey sis!
    Thanks for the love. To join make sure you answered the 3 questions.
    I love doing what I'm doing. So even though my son is just about 2 months I've adapted him into my lifestyle. I do my hair and record and blog and Facebook and tweet all while he's asleep! Lol

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Awesome! To join answer the 3 questions & post pic!

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    That's fine!

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    Okie. Email them to me. Include your diqus name if it's different from your email n I'll upload for you. Muah!

  • AleneBaptiste

    What is your email address? Also, the link that you created for the Jamacian blend castor oil is now out of stock. Anyone who does not have it yet can order it from Jamacianproductsusa.com for $12.97. Congrats on the baby, he is super cute! I am looking forward to some MAJOR HAIR GROWTH!

  • Tramelle Thomas

    1. I will be using NOW Castor Oil
    2. My hair is about 3 inches all the way around. (About eyebrow length in the front & at the bottom of my ear lobe on the sides.)
    3. I will be using the castor oil mixed with coconut oil for sealing, pre-pooing, hot oil treatments, scalp treatments….just about everything.

  • CocoFreckle

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    Cold Pressed Castor Oil
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    Front :7 inches/just pass lips
    Sides: 7 inches/ just touching collar bone
    Back: 6 inches/ a lil pass collar bone

    ***** I thought it would be important to add that my normal growth rate is 1/4 inch a month & I have never gotten more than that, even less at times*****
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    Edges, Scalp 4 times a week and Sealing Hair after wash

  • Tiffany Nicole Williams

    I'm super excited. This is my first challenge EVER since becoming natural.

    1. I will be using Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    2. Back: Shoulder Length, Sides: Shoulder Length, Front: Right Below Top Lip
    3. I will be applying JBCO to my scalp about 4-5 times a week. I will also use JBCO as a sealant and in conjunction with my deep conditioner.

    Can't wait to get my JBCO and get this challenge popping! :)

  • Nikita Williams

    I will be using Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil. 
    My hair is nose length in the front, 6 inches at the sides and back.
    I'll will be using it in my hot oil treatment, after I wash on my scalp and to seal my ends and 3x's a week to seal ends and scalp.

  • Keoysha Richardson

    I am so excited about the challenge. I have been reading so much about Castor oil and I actually just bought a bottle of cold press before I new about the challenge. I had to buy it from whole foods.  Every year I go natural and I just get tired of it. This year I have been natural for over a year and my hair hasn't grown very much at all do to stress and climate changes. I am in Louisiana and the weather here is super crazy but I am so up for the challenge. I will have to post some better pics soon. I so excited but every one in the challenge seems to have long hair already.

  • MJ5150

    Hello! MJ here I will be using NOW solutions 100% pure castor oil. Got it from Whole Foods. A friend of mine used the cold pressed, so I will be switching to that if necessary. Front is nose length, sides are chin length and back is right at shoulder length. I will be using all over as my crown is shorter than everywhere else, my sides are a little thin from braids and weave, and I would like to achieve whatever length I can, my hair has never been long! :(  

  • Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

    I'm excited for you!
    Don't forget to answer the 3 questions.

  • Kristin M.

    1. What type of castor oil will you be using?

    I will be using Heritage Products, The Palma Christi Castor Oil. It is cold pressed and hexane free.2. How long is your hair now – front, sides, and back?The front is chin length, the sides are collar bone length, and the back is at the middle of my shoulder blades. 3. How will you be using your castor oil?I will apply castor oil with an applicator bottle to my entire scalp at least three times a week before going to bed. My goals are to promote thicker hair growth at my edges and to maintain a well moisturized scalp with the intent to progress overall hair growth.

  • Evita

    Here are my photo's to add to my entry … 

  • RenaChanelle

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Jamaican Black Castor Oil & Jamaican Black Lavender Castor Oil. 2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? When hair is stretched, the front is to my top lip, sides are collar bone length, and the back is shoulder length3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will apply the  castor oil to my edges, nape of neck and  scalp 3x a week. I will re-moisturize my hair with it as well…

    On March 3, I am scheduled for a trim, so we shall see how the growth goes!!!

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Monica-Johnson-Valdez/722826666 Monica Johnson Valdez

    Hello.1. I will be using the Jamaican black castor oil and coconut castor oil. 2. My hair is nose length in the front, sides a bit past my ear or near nape of my neck, the back is at the nape of my neck. 3. I will be using the oil 5x per week mainly on my front edges because they are very thin.

  • Lori924

    I will be using tropics jamaican castor oil, front is at the middle of my nose, back is at my neck , sides are below my ears. I plan on using the castor oil 3 to 4 times a week and especially on my edges

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=551250061 Ty Matthews

     I will be using tropics jamaican castor oil, front is 14 in, back 10 in , sides12 in, the crown is 10 in. I plan on using the castor oil 3 to 4 times a week especially on my edges, back and crown.

  • moneeks

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 

    Jamaican Black Castor Oil

    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 

    front is chin length, sides and back are collar bone length

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I’ll focus on Edges, Scalp and Sealing Hair 3x a week, 5x a week :-)
     

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Latoya-Cosby/100003385805026 Latoya Cosby

    1-jamaican black castor oil as well as regular pharmacy. 2-my hair in the front is eyebrow length,side is top of neck length,and back is middle neck length. 3-I will massage scalp 3-5 days a week,i will alsop use it as a pe-poo,last i will use it as a sealant.

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1316919537 LaJuan Wilks

    Not sure what happened to my original post but here’s my entry in the challenge again just to be sure. 1. JBCO 2. Front – Chest; Sides – Breastbone; Back – Past Bra Band 3. Massaging scalp and sealing nightly; and I’ve also decided to include routine hot oil treatments (haven’t been doing them like I should).
    And thanks again for the challenge..I needed something to focus in on, while on my quest for waist length hair. 

  • Marliceia J

    1. I will be using the Tropic Isle JBCO. 2. My hair is in a sew-in right now, but prior to getting it, It was 7 inches in the front, 7.5 inches in the back, 6.5 inches on the side, and 7 inches in the top. 3. I will be using my castor oil for my edges and scalp massages for now, but once my sew-in is taken down in April, I will be using it for sealing and pre-pooing. It will be 3x a week.

  • Bonitaloba

    Hello, I am all in.  Im so excited about the challange..
    What type of castor oil im using is cold compressed by home health.
    Length of my hair: front 5 inches.  Side: 4 inches  back: 4 inches
    How I will use the castor oil: twice a week rub into scalp and once a week as a hot oil treatment.

  • NaturalleBlessed

    What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Castor Permed Press Oil
    How long is your hair now? Front – Bangs are 7 inches. Sides are 11 inches, Back is 10 inches. The back edges are broken, so they are about 4 inches. 
    How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will use the Castor Oil as my base oil when pre-pooing, sealing, and styling. I will use the oil when scalp massaging mixed with a drop of peppermint oil. I’m really excited about this challenge. I really want to see what this oil does to the broken edges in the back of my hair! Peace & Blessings!!!

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1485367142 Rodina A. Harrison

      
    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?
    I will be using Jamaican Black Castor Oil and Cold Pressed Castor Oil

    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?
    Front – to the top of my lip
    Sides – to the middle of my neck
    Back – Touching my shoulder

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil?
    Will be using it on my edges, scalp, pre-poo etc. / minimum of 4x a week. 

    1.  What type of Castor Oil will you be using?  Jamaican Black Castor Oil and Cold Pressed Oil

    2.  How long is your hair?  Front – to the top of my lip; Sides – to the middle of my neck; Back – touching my shoulders

    3.  I will be using Castor Oil on my edges, scalp, pre-poo, etc / minimum of 4x a week. 

     

  • http://www.facebook.com/dawn.bontemps Dawn Catherine Bontemps

    used pharmacy castor oil mixed with evoo and sweet almond oil as a hot oil treatment.
    hair is shoulder length (with shrinkage)
    use 2x week; need to post a pic, it was too heavy; don’t see my other comment

  • Meka_r

    1. Jamaican Black Castor Oil, Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil
    2. front/sides – 3 1/2 inches, back – 3 inches, thinning edges
    3. massage 3x week into my edges, add to daily water mixture, use as a  pre-poo

  • meka_r

    1. JBCO and/or pharmacy castor oil
    2. TWA. 3 1/2 inches…..blown out,  thinning edges
    3. pre-poo, in my daily moisturizer and massage into edges

  • Tisha

    Can’t wait to start this challenge! I am so incredibly ready to continue my NATURAL JOURNEY with a goal in mind =)

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil 

    2. How long is your hair now-front (bridge of nose), sides (chin), and back (top of shoulder blades)? 

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    (Edges, Scalp, Sealing Hair, eyebrows / 3-4x a week)

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000027840147 Angela McCain Lanier

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Cold Pressed and JBCO (just found where I can buy it in town)2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?  Front length is to my mouth, sides are close to chin length and back is right at the shoulder.
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will use it on my scalp and edges 4 x week, mix with coconut oil as hot oil treatment at least 2 x month, and to seal ends nightly.

  • Shameka

    What type of castor oil will you be using? Jamaican Coconut Black Castor Oil. How long is your hair now-front sides and back? Front is under my chin, sides and back are between shoulder and collar bone.How will you be using the castor oil? I will massage my scalp with it 4x a week, when I wash once a week and will seal with it when I am moisturize nightly.

    • Shameka

      My pics :)

  • Misspretty1

    Love this, SO:

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? *****Tropical Isle Jamacian Black Castor oil  - Coconut2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?  Front is chin length back is Shoulder length.
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 5 x per week as a sealer also rubbing it into my hair.

  • Kimberly Johnson

    1. I’ll be using Home Health Cold Pressed and Cold Processed Castor oil. 2. Front is nose length, sides are jaw length, back is collar-bone length (pic attached is back). 3. I plan to use it on my edges every morning, on my scalp 3x a week and directly on my hair weekly when I twist. 

  • http://twitter.com/Naturalista28 Kristina

    I am super excited about joining this challenge!
    1. I will be using Cold Pressed Castor Oil and Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    2. The front of my hair (my bangs) stop on the bridge of my nose slightly pass my eyes. The sides of my hair: the right side stops slightly pass my chin and the left side stops at my chin. The back of my hair stops about an inch or an inch and a quarter before collar bone length.
    3. I will pre poo weekly with the Cold Pressed Castor Oil, Coconut Oil, and Grapeseed Oil mixed and also seal in moisture with this mixture. I will massage my scalp with the Jamaican Black Castor Oil about 3-4 times a week.
    I will also take pictures monthly to keep track of my growth :)  

  • http://www.facebook.com/trice.williams Trice Williams

    What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Tropic Isle Livings’ Lavender Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?FRONT =CHIN LENGTH, SIDES= SHOULDER LENGTH, BACK= SHOULDER LENGTH
    How will you be using your Castor Oil? I WILL BE USING IT AS A PRE-POO, ALSO AS A OIL IN THE L.O.C METHOD AS WELL AS DOING A SCALP OIL MESSAGE 3 MAYBE 4TIMES A WEEK PAYING SPECIAL ATTENTION TO MY EDGES THAT ARE SHALLOW!

  • http://www.thehodgpepodgefiles.blogspot.com Vee_thehodgepodgefiles

    1.I’ll be using JBCO and Cold Pressed Castor Oil. My main area of concern is my left side edges that have been affected considerably by prescription meds :( . Now that I’m off the meds, it time to grow them back!

    2. My hair length..FRONT-under my chin. Left Side – Arm Pit. Right side- Arm Pit. Back – Arm Pit

    3. I will be using JBCO nightly on my edges. I’ll be using it on my scalp mixed with jojoba and rosemary oil on my scalp twice a week. I will add it to my Deep Conditioner once a week and I will use it to seal my ends when I re-moisturise during the week. I will add it to my hot oil treatment once a month.

  • Sabrena Harrison

    I’m excited about the challenge. I will be using Cold Pressed Castor Oil. The front of my hair is at the tip of my nose, the sides: Jaw bone, back: Shoulder length. I will be using castor oil 3x a week on my scalp, the seal my hair and for remoisturizing.  I’ll also be using castor oil for my pre-poo.

  • Simone Cooper

    I will be using Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    My hair is just above chin length in the front, collar bone length on the side and shoulder length in back also.
     I will be using it for my edges, scalp, sealing hair, 3x a week.

  • rgully

    I will be using the Cold Pressed and Cold Processed Castor Oil by Home Health that I found at my local Whole Foods store. I definitely have a TWA. I just cut my hair on Jan 8, 2012 so it is very short and does not touch my eye brows yet in the front, the back extends the full length of my neck but does not go past it, and the sides touch the bottom of my ear lobes. The lengths are only established when pulled and stretched. I will use castor oil as a pre-poo (now that I know how), on freshly washed hair. I will oil my scalp while it’s wet, twist the hair and seal the ends with the oil. I will also use it on my dry hair as a moisturizer and for shine twice during the week.

  • rgully

    I have already entered the answers to the 3 entry questions for the contest below. Here are 2 photos of my hair now. My hair was wet in the 1st pic so you can still see the white conditioner and the second one is styled in a frohawk that I tried out.

  • rgully

    Question: I am assuming that this is the page that we will be coming to as our weekly check in post, is that correct?

    • http://kinkycurlycoilyme.com/ Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

      Good question, there will be a new post each week. :-)

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=142200334 Ariyon Fountaine

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? front nose length, side is chin length. I have a partial sew-in so I can not tell right now how long the back of my hair is. I would say neck length.
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will use on my edges and scalp 3x/week (mainly the back of my hair)

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1048290026 Amy Rashawn Carnegie

    1. What type of Castor Oil will
    you be using? 

    I will be using pharmacy castor oil (mixed with EVCO, EVOO, and peppermint
    oil)

    2. How long is your hair
    now-front, sides, and back? 

    When stretched the front of my hair is lip length, the sides of my hair
    go from neck to collar bone length, and the back goes from collarbone to
    shoulder length.

    3. How will you be using your
    Castor Oil? 

    I will be using my castor oil a minimum 3x a week on my edges, scalp, and
    for sealing hair.

  • Cristal Harris

    1. What type?
    Cold Pressed
    2. How long is my hair?
    Front- nose length, Sides- chin length and back few inches from back of neck
    3. How will I be using it?
    Pre-poo, sealant on ends and on scept for massages

  • Tiredofbeing Broke

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 

    Now brand castor oil and Jamaican Black castor oil if I’m able to get it tomorrow.

    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 

    Sides and back are arm pit length. The front is to my nose.

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 

    I will be using it on the edges 3x per week, and on my scalp.The photo below was taken today. I’m 11 weeks post relaxer as of yesterday. My goal is to stretch for about 6 months, but at a minimum of 4 months.

  • Dw4877

    Hello!!!! I will be doing the Castor Oil Challenge!!!
    1. I will be using Jamaican Black Castor Oil and Cold Pressed Castor Oil from the Vitamin Shoppe.
    2. The length of my hair is as follow: front- up to my lip, sides- neck length, back- up to my collar bone, crown- is the shortest part of my hair, so I’m not sure what its length is.
    3. I will be using the castor oil mainly for sealing my ends and massaging my edges, minimum three times per week.
     

  • Shawnta Edwards

    I am so excited to join your challenge. This is my first! And what a way to to celebrate my 2 year Nappaversary (June)!
     1. I will use regular cold pressed castor oil
     2. My hair in the front is just below my bottom lip. The side is about a half inch from collar bone.    
        The back is shoulder length.
     3. I will use the castor oil in my “Kimmaytube” leave-in conditioner, 3x week on my scalp, as a
        sealer when moisturizing, and as a pree-poo.
    Pictures are of natural straightened hair

  • http://www.alltayo.com/ Tayo

    *slides in before the door closes* :)
    Crossing my fingers for some growth!
    1) JBCO
    2) Back is between SL and APL. Side is about neck length. Front is at my bottom lip.
    3) For the next 4 weeks, I’ll use it to treat my edges (not drastically thin, but *I* see it), on my scalp and sealing after washing  as my hair is in braid extensions. I’ll probably switch it up after these braids come out.

    Good luck to all!

  • http://profile.yahoo.com/LSTXDXEGGKT37TVVUUY2R6DSVY Elizabeth

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    Front: chin length – Sides: Collarbone length – Back: About 1.5 in past collarbone)
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    Scalp 3-4x a week, Sealing Hair when styling hair loose (I know that for March I will be wearing a sew-in so we’ll see about April & May)
     
    (Pics to follow)

  • http://www.facebook.com/ebony.jovetta Ebony Jovetta J

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Regular and Jamaican Black castor oil.2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? Front: Nose length, Sides: Chin length, Back: Collar bone length.
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil?  Edges and scalp and pre-poo 5x a week

  • http://www.facebook.com/ebony.jovetta Ebony Jovetta J

    Where will the weekly check in post be?

  • Alexis Martin

    Im using regular Jamaican Black Castor Oil; My hair is to my nose in front, sides are a little past my neck, and back is neck length; I will be using the oil to seal my ends and on my scalp and edges 3 times a week,  

  • Nessa

    What type of Castor Oil you will be using? Jamaican Black Castor OilHow long is your hair now- Front, Sides, Back? The front is an inch away from my eyebrows, the sides reach the end of my earlobe and the back just barely touching my shoulders

    How will you be using your castor oil? I’ll be using it on my scalp and for sealing at night 3x a week.

  • Mrsengerman

    I will be using the jamican black castor oil and the pharmacy brand castor oil.
    The front of my hair is between my eyes, the back is collar bone length and the sides is right under my jaw bone.
    I will massage my scalp with the castor oil 3 times a week and also pay it on my edges. I will also use it as a pre poo.

  • http://twitter.com/mrsasyoung Adrienne Young

    I will be using cold pressed castor oil. 
    Front: to underneath my nose :) . Sides: mid neck Back: top of shoulder blade
    I will apply it to my scalp 3x a week…which means I will be washing my hair more often than usual :) and sealing my ends with it.

  • Suze

    I’m already in love with this challenge!!!
    1. I will be using Palma Christi cold pressed Castor Oil
    2. My hair is ‘lip length’ in the front; collar bone on the sides and back.
    3. I will be using the castor oil about 4-5 times per week to massage my edges and scalp. I will also use it to seal in the moisture.

  • Mrssmitty728

    I will be using Home Health Castor Oil Cold Pressed & Processed. My hair in the front is past my chin and my sides are collar bone. I will be using castor oil to seal moisture, my edges and scalp as needed. I will use about 3 times per week (depending on my hairstyle). 

  • NAPPYJAZZIE

    1.what type of castor oil will you be using? jamaican black castor oil(coconut oil) and regular castor oil.2. How long is your hair? front IS TO MY NOSE, SIDE IS NECK LENGTH, AND BACK NECK LENGTH AS WELL.3. HOW ILL YO BE USING YOUR CASTOR OIL? I WILL RUB THE CASTOR OIL ON MY SCALP THREE TIMES A WEEK, AND ALSO WHEN I DO MY TEIST OUTS TO SEAL THE ENDS

  • Keshia Monae

    Yea! this sounds great :)

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil
    2. How long is your hair now-front,
    sides, and back? chin length
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    I
    will rub castor oil on my Scalp 3x a week. I will seal my hair with
    castor oil, styling my hair or I
    will use castor oil during my pre-poo/steaming process

  • Naptural Soul Sitsta

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? JBCO
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?
    front- mid chin; sides-collar; back-just past shoulder
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I plan massage my scalp 3x per week, seal after doing a protective style once a week, and as a refreshing mist mixed with water

    • 11_28_1978

      Naptural Soul Sista… Pardon the misspelling

  • Sweet P

    Hello I’m Sweet P and i will be using Castor oil from whole food,cold pressed and cold processed. I planned to use Castor oil 3times a week for growth and thickness sealing my moisture.my current length is as follows: front hits the tip of my nose,direct sides hit mid neck and back of hair is where my neck stops and the back of my shoulders begin.

    I was unable to upload pic here for some reason but i do have a pic with the date.

  • Judi B

    I will definitely be joining this challenge!
    1) I will be using cold pressed castor oil
    2) applying on the scalp mixed w/ olive, peppermint, and tea tree oils 1-2xs a week and sealing my ends 3-4xs a week
    3) My hair in chin length in the front, just past collar bone length on the sides, and almost armpit length in the back

  • S Leeclay

    I will be using cold pressed castor oil & JBCO. My hair length in front is chin length, side mid-neck length & the back is collar bone length. I will massage my scalp, edges, seal my ends & hot oil treatment my hair with the castor oil.

  • http://profile.yahoo.com/2LNXCMGKITZVPLE4YLAAYV5UKI Lee

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    Jamaican Black Castor Oil & Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil
    2. How long is your hair now?
    front-nose length, sides-chin length, and back-shoulder length 
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    Edges, Scalp, Hot oil treatments, 3x a week
    4. Attach at least one length photo to your comment. 

  • http://profile.yahoo.com/2LNXCMGKITZVPLE4YLAAYV5UKI Lee

    photos

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=680477914 Leslie S Dunn

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Jamaican Black Castor Oil2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? Front – lips length; Sides – Shoulder length; Back – almost arm pit length3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will use on my edges and scalp 3x a week and as a prepoo before I shampoo on Saturdays.

  • Dmurphy181

    Im using jamacan black castoroil ,hot oil treatment and sealent my hair is 2 1/2inches front and sides 2inch

  • http://www.nolabellesoiree.com/ Kewain {@nolabellesoiree}

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? I am going to the store tomorrow for some will update you on this.  Never used castor oil before but wanted to be sure i joined the challenge :)

    2.  How long is your hair now-front,
    sides, and back? front is to tip of nose – sides are right above inside shoulder right where neck and shoulder meet and
    the back is stops right above shoulder.

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    In conditioner (while I steam once a week). To seal ends.  If the smell isnt as bad as I read in research will grease scalp during the week with it.

    I cant wait!!!  What I am hoping for is thicker more fuller strands!! My hair leans to the fine side. And thats fine NOT thin.

  • http://www.nolabellesoirees.com/ Kewain{@nolabellesoiree}

    1. What
    type of Castor Oil will you be using? I am going to the store tomorrow
    for some will update you on this.  Never used castor oil before but
    wanted to be sure i joined the challenge :)

    2.  How long is your hair now-front,
    sides, and back? front is to tip of nose – sides are right above inside shoulder right where neck and shoulder meet and
    the back is stops right above shoulder.

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    In conditioner (while I
    steam once a week). To seal ends.  If the smell isnt as bad as I read
    in research will grease scalp during the week with it.

    I cant wait!!!  What I am hoping for is thicker more fuller strands!! My hair leans to the fine side. And thats fine NOT thin.
     

  • Donta

    Hi Jenell I will be using jamacanblack castor oil as hotoiland sealent my hair 2inches on side an 2 1/2 in front h(w do I put pic?

  • Adorro3

    What type of Castor Oil will you be using?
    Pharmacy castor oil

    What is your length?

    Front-bridge of nose
    Side-just below the ear
    Back-base of neck

    How will you be using your castor oil?
    Edges, sealing, massaging, 3x week

  • Markesha (dare2Bnatural)

    1. I will be using the cold pressed castor oil from Walmart until my Jamaican Black Castor Oil arrives, then I will switch to that
    2. I would say that my hair is between 4-7 inches all round and 2-4 inches in the middle (my problem area for the last 6 years even with relaxed hair)
    3. I will be apply it 3-5 days a week at night while massaging it into my scalp (maybe 7 days a week), I will use Castor Oil (i already have my own mix) to seal my hair  and for a daily moisturizer if my hair is dry (which i doubt)

  • nattycoco

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    Jamaican Black Castor Oil & Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    Front is nose length, sides are chin length, back is shoulder length
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    I will rub castor oil on my Scalp & edges 3x a week. I will seal my hair with castor oil, whenever styling my hair or remoisturizing. I will use castor oil during my pre-poos & when deep conditioning.

  • Renae Washington

    I will be using Jamaican Black Castor oil. My hair in the front is to the bridge of my nose. The sides are chin length. The back is neck length.  I will use the castor oil specifically on my edges, but I will also use it during my weekly wash and pampering session I will use the castor oil daily, either for my edges, sealing, prepoo’s, or my scalp.

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Latisha-Osborne/12623467 Latisha Osborne

    Counting down the minutes and hours until the challenge begins. I’m excited and kind of nervous about my end results!  I will be documenting my hair styles and length. I will document length once a week and styles daily. Below are a few snaps of Me and My Hair earlier today. Look at the last picture…see how fluffy and cottony my hair looks??? It actually felt that exact way thanks to Miss Jessie’s Curly Meringue! 

    23hrs 47mins until the challenge begins!!! =

  • Mslawyer02

    I will be using cold pressed castor oil from Whole Foods. 2. Front of my hair is nose length; sides are mid-neck; back is bottom of neck. 3.I will using my castor oil on my scalp 3 times a week and to pre-poo.

  • Felisity1983

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?
    - JBCO and some pure castor oil I got off eBay
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?
    - When stretched the front of my hair is about lip length, the sides of my hair is about collar bone length, and the back is about shoulder length.
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil?
    - I will use the castor oil in my “Kimmaytube” leave-in conditioner, 3x week on my scalp, as a sealer when moisturizing, and on my edges.

    • Nickicia Walker

      I was using my phone to view the website and was not able to see that there was an option to add pictures, so now that I finally got hold of a computer I want to post my starting pic.

  • nntasha1186

    I’m so excited to start this challenge!!!!

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?
    Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?
    Front – Chin length  Sides & Back – Shoulder length
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil?
    I will be using the castor oil 4x a week (every other night) on my edges and scalp

  • Chaneal

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    Jamaican Black Castor Oil,
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    Front-Nose
    Sides-Chin
    Back-Top of Shoulder
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    Edges and scalp everyday
    Hot Oil Treatment 1x week

  • Ariel Jones

    1.) Now solutions castor oil {but I’m almost out, so I’ll be ordering some JBCO}
    2.) Back= collarbone   Side= chin    Front= lip length
    3.) I will be using mine as a scalp treatment, if I happen to twist (which is not often, I’ll seal with it)
    4.) i actually really don’t have any recent pictures since I just took my hair out of yarn brains, and I very badly need a hair cut… I’ll have to start next week with pics

  • kelly shaw

     1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Home Health – Castor Oil Cold. How long is your hair now-front,
    sides, and back? front is bridge of my nose, sides just below the chin, and
    the back is shoulder length
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    I
    will rub castor oil on my Scalp 3x a week, and edges, I will mix it with something it sometimes irritates my skin by itself . I will seal my hair with
    castor oil, whenever I’m styling my hair or moisturizing. 

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000461112448 Dana Dane

    1. What type of
    Castor Oil will you be using? 

    (Jamaican Black Castor
    Oil & Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil)

    2. How long is
    your hair now-front, sides, and back? 

    (Eyebrow
    length in the front, shoulder length in the back)

    3. How will you be
    using your Castor Oil? 

    (I’ll use it for scalp massages and sealing my hair)
     

  • Growtotheflow

    1.) I will be using The Palma Christi Castor Oil along with prayer that the “Palm of Christ” will be on all of our heads anointing us with growth in every sense of the word. 
    2.) I have quite a few layers. The back part of my hair is 13″ when stretched or, a little past armpit length when naturally curly; the top and front layers of my hair range between 11″ and 12″ inches or, shoulder length when naturally curly; my bangs are nose length and 6″.
    3.) I will be massaging Castor oil into my scalp 4x’s a week. 3 of those treatments will be overnight treatments on all of my hair and scalp. The 4th application will be used just on my scalp and ends and not overnight, with Aura Cacia Grapeseed Oil to thin out the Castor Oil.
    Thanks so much for starting this challenge!

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=580757438 Dovie Chopparista West

    will be using: JBCO, and cold pressed castor oil
    Length: front-top lip / sides-chin length / back-top of shoulder/ crown-mid ear
    oil will be used mainly on edges,temple, and nape (main problem areas) and as a sealant and pre-poo!

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=12612114 Cierra Sullivan

    1. I will be using the remaining Cold pressed Castor Oil and Continue with JBCO.
    2. The front of my hair is eyebrow length. The sides are jawbone length. The back is neck length.
    3. I will be using the castor oil 5x/week, focusing on my edges and the middle of my head were I have breakage (the stress spot). I will also be using the castor oil as a sealant.
    4. Here are pictures of my hair currently…
    (Jenell I will try to repost the pictures when I figure out how to make them smaller. Receiving notifications that the pictures are too big)

  • http://profile.yahoo.com/A6VEMKN5C4CF3P465LPNTCO2YE KimberlyB

    Hi Ladies! I will be using Cold Pressed Castor Oil until I receive my JBCO. My hair in the front is slighty above my eye brows. The Side of my hair is at the middle of my ear. The back of my hair is at my shoulder. I plan on rubbing the castor oil on my Scalp and Edges 3-5 times per week. And will use it to seal my ends as well. I could only get one picture to load of the side of my hair. I will try to get the front and back loaded later. THANKS for the Challenge!

  • Julie

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    Jamaican Black Castor Oil, Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil

    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    I did the big CHOP on saturday (2/25/12)! Newbie!!!

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    (Edges, Scalp, Sealing Hair, Hot oil treatments, Overnight Steaming, etc. / 5x a week

  • Stone Simone

    I’m so IN!!!! 1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    with Coconut Oil 2. How long is your hair now-front,
    sides, and back? front is chin length, sides are neck length, and
    the back is top back length
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    I
    will rub castor oil on my Scalp 3x a week. I will seal my hair with
    castor oil, whenever I wear protective styles (at least 3 to 4 days a week), and I will use it as a pre-poo once a week.

    • Stone Simone

      My (one length pic) is my headshot pic:)..Is that okay?

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Adrienne-Marshae-Leflore/1128980881 Adrienne Marshae Leflore

    Hi everyone, I am so excited about this challenge. I will be using the Jamaican Black Castor oil and a regular pharmacy castor oil. The front of my hair is eyelash length, the sides are chin length, and the back of my hair is at the top of my shoulder. I will be using the oil on my scalp 3x a week. I will also use it as a hot oil treatment every two weeks. I will also use it during my pre-poos and that is once a week. 

  • Etoy

    I will be using Jamaican Black Castor Oil.  My hair is about 2-3 inches. This is my second BC. My front comes to the middle of my forhead.  My back and sides are short. I will be using castor oil on certain areas of my scalp where I have thinning (coloring/perming). I will also use it to seal to try and determine if this helps with overall length. I will be using it on my scalp 2-3 times a weak. I will use it to seal daily.
    The picture I am attaching is from the beginning of February. I do have a little more length but I only capture my growth once a month.

  • Cynhen

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?
    (Jamaican Black Castor Oil, Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil, Cold Pressed Castor Oil, etc)
    I am using cold pressed castor oil
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?
    (eye brow length, nose length, chin length, shoulder length etc)
    front-not yet at eyebrows; sides-just above the top of the ear; back-barely touching the ear when pulled straight; approximately 1-2 inches
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil?
    (Edges, Scalp, Sealing Hair, Hot oil treatments, Overnight Steaming, etc. / 3x a week, 5x a week, etc.)
    edges, scalp, sealing hair 3x a week
    4. Attach at least one length photo to your comment.
    (To attach a photo in the comment box you first need to click in the comment box to activate the box. After you click in the box you will see”+image” in the lower left hand corner, click it and upload as many photos showing the length of your hair as it is now)

  • Naturally Daisy

    What castor oil will you be using?

    I will be using west Indian castor oil.
    How long is your hair?

    Front: 7.5 inches 
    Back: 6.5 inches
    Side: 7 inches
    Middle: 6 inches

    How will you be using your castor oil?

    I will massage castor oil into my scalp and use it to seal my hair when moisturising. I will also use castor oil in my pre-poo treatment and deep conditioning treatment.

  • Tejoine

    Hey there Jenell, your link to read up on the benefits of castor oil does not work. :(

  • LaShawnda Fields

    I will be using regular pharmacy castor oil purchased at whole foods. i will use it for sealing 3 x’s a week and hot oil treatments weekly. Currently the front of my hair is nose length, the side is near the point where the neck and collar bone meet and the back is about half an inch below collar bone.

  • Shandell Wyche

    1. I will be using Organic Jamaican black castor oil. 2. The front of my hair is nose length, the sides or middle of neck and the black is neck length. I will be using my castor oil atleast three times a week on my scalp and every two weeks as a deep conditioner under my steamer. I will be sealing my ends with coconut oil.

  • naturalsistagirl

    1. I will be using JBCO.  2. Front is chin length, sides are collar bone length, and the back is 2inches from APL.  3.  I will be using it on the edges, scalp and sealing.  4. Will be using 3x’s a week.

  • Ashley Scott

    Hello,
    I’ll be using Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil (unless of course I happen to win a certain JBCO Contest lol). Right now my hair is in the front a little below my nose, on the sides its chin length and the back is only half way down my neck (its a problem area). I’ll be using the castor oil during my pre-poo once a week and on my edges and nape area. I’m really excited about this challenge, thanks so much.

  • Ashley Scott

    Hello,
    I’ll be using Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil (unless of course I happen to win a certain JBCO Contest lol). Right now my hair is in the front a little below my nose, on the sides its chin length and the back is only half way down my neck (its a problem area). I’ll be using the castor oil during my pre-poo once a week and on my edges and nape area. I’m really excited about this challenge, thanks so much.

  • http://twitter.com/DivinebyK Divine by K

    1. What type of castor oil? Brand:Now Pure Castor Oil
    2. Front Mid-Nose length Side Chine length Back-Shoulder length
    3. How used? To seal in hair, pre-poo and I will be looking up other ways to use it.

  • http://twitter.com/DivinebyK Divine by K

    1. What type of castor oil? Brand:Now Pure Castor Oil2. Front Mid-Nose length Side Chine length Back-Shoulder length3. How used? To seal in hair, pre-poo and I will be looking up other ways to use it.

    Sorry for the multiple post! I was trying to post under my regular twitter name not my business name! It’ll be under @krissycm:twitter for now on

  • Tramia Jackson

    Hi! I would like to join the challenge.
    1. I am using Jamaican Black Caster Oil
    2. length: Just above my eyebrows and just below my ear
    3. I think I may rub it on my edges 5x a week and hot oil 1x week and sealing (with other oils) 5x a week (or whenever necessary)

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1696112065 LaTanya McFadden

    1.  I will be using JBCO with Lavendar and Regular Pharmacy Castor oil
    2.  The front is just past my nose, the sides are just past my cheekbone and the back is just above my collar bone
    3.  I plan to use castor oil as a scalp massage 3 times per week, apply to edges 3 times per week and to to seal my ends daily

    This will be my first challenge. I am hoping this will help with fairy knots (the bane of my existence) as well as growth around my edges and overall length.

  • Chicago Chica

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?  I will use Heritage Store Castor Oil – Pure Cold Pressed

    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?  The front – just past the tip of my nose; the back – hits my shoulder;  side are jaw length 

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil?  I will use the castor oil on my edges and the nape of my neck.  I will also use it in my leave-in conditioner, and will seal my ends with it.

  • Teresa Matthews

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    (Jamaician Black for scalp and regular Castor Oil  )
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    Front (nose)  Sides (chin) Back (bottom of neck)
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    Edges, Scalp and Sealing hair at least 3x a week

  • Sweetiek28

    I am really looking forward to this challenge I always wanted to do one I am so MOTIVATED
     Thank You for the Motivation
    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?  Home Health Cold Pressed Castor Oil
    2. How long is your hair now? Front, Eye Brow length, sides,Top Of Jaw Bone, Back Shoulder
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil?  Massaging on scalp 3-4X a week; and sealing ends.

  • http://twitter.com/sweetiek28 Sweetie Kay

    I am really looking forward to this challenge I always wanted to do one
    I am so MOTIVATED  Thank You for the Motivation1. What type of Castor Oil will I be using? Home Health Cold Pressed Castor Oil2. How long is My hair now? Front, Eye Brow length, sides,Top Of Jaw Bone, Back Shoulder 3. How will I be using your Castor Oil? Massaging on scalp 3-4X a week and Sealing Ends
    Length Check Taken 2-29-12

  • Genna

    Im in this will be my first challenge super excited I will be using pharmacy castor oil nightly …my hair is eyebrow lenght in front mid neck on the side and shoulder lenght in back hoping to get it breast length by my birthday in november so I hope I get good results…good luck everyone

  • LezleyMonet

    1. I will be using JBCO
    2. The front of my hair is a little longer than chin length, My sides are collar bone length, and the back is about 3 inches short of bra strap length
    3. I will be using castor oil on my hair/scalp at least 3 times a week. I will be doing the greenhouse effect at night by first applying JBCO. I will also seal my ends with JBCO

  • Khristina

    I will be using JBCO and regular Castor Oil. My hair length in the front is the middle of my nose length, my sides are neck length, and my back is shoulder length. I will use the JBCO 5x a week on my scalp, edges, and eyebrows. I will use the regular Castor Oil twice a week for hot oil treatments. I will also use both for pre poos, moisturizing fpr overnight and sealing my ends.

  • Kristiaun Copez-Minor

    1. I will be using plain castor oil “Now” brand
    2. In the front my hair is mid-nose length, sides are chin length and back is almost shoulder length
    3. I will be using castor oil to seal my hair, and to moisturize my scalp. I will also be looking up other ways to use it along the way.

  • Kristiaun Copez-Minor

    Sorry! Forgot the pics

  • Hug Appeal’s Josie

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    cold pressed castor oil as found is HUG APPEAL’s MBO.
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    front (bottom of bottom lip), sides (past shoulders just above armpit), back (past shoulders just above armpit)
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    to seal in moisture all over after i wash my hair (1-2x a week).  and then about every 2 days.
    4. Attach at least one length photo to your comment. 

  • http://twitter.com/BigAchieverDoc Clarice N Doctor

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? A: I will be using Jamaican Black 

    Castor Oil & Cold Press Castor Oil 
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? Front is down to nose length, sides are ear or top neck length, back is mid neck length. 
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will be using the oil as a prepoo 1x wk, on my edges everyday, scalp massages 2x wk, sealing 3x wk. 
    4.  

  • Sylv

    Hi Jenell, I would love to join in…..hope I’m not too late.

    1. I will be using NOW 100% Pure Castor Oil
    2. Front is touching my top lip, sides are mid neck and back is bottom of neck.
    3. I will oil my scalp  and edges 3x per week.

  • plugged1

    1. Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil
    2. Hair length
        Front: Adam’s apple length- 11.5 in.
        Sides: Shoulder length- 12 in.
        Back: Bra Strap length- 11 in.
    3. I will seal my hair at least 3x a week

    • http://www.facebook.com/stephanie.b.gibson Stephanie Gibson Watkins

       Check-in Week 2
      1. Where do you live? Central Florida2. How did you do during week 1 of the Castor Oil Challenge? Did you follow through with your goals? Plans for this week? I followed through and sealed my ends at least three times. I also prepooed with castor oil. I plan to seal every other day this week as a goal.How do you feel about Castor Oil in comparison to other oils you’ve used? Its much thicker. I feel confidant to use it to seal ends with protective styling. I would be less comfortable using it on my ends if I had a twist out. It seems too sticky/heavy for my fine tresses. I think how ever it will be extremely effective in sealing moisture in and keeping my ends protected.

      • Stephanie Gibson Watkins

         Week 3 Check-in
        1. How often do you wash your hair? What are your staple products?I wash my hair about every two weeks in the winter and every week in the summer. I use Kinky Curly Knot Today and Curling Pudding. I wash & deep condition with Shea Moisture. I always have Olive Oil on deck. I use castor oil in Kimmaytube leave in conditioner recipe.2. How did you do last week (week 2)? Did you follow through with your goals? Any challenges thus far? I did pretty week. I know I sealed with castor at least 3 times this week. My challenge is that I am in a styling rut.3. Do you think you see a difference in thickness or length yet? How
        has your hair been responding to the consistent castor oil usage?I have really been more purposeful with caring for my ends. I have kept my hair in protective styles as well as sealing with the castor oil and I think I have observed less single strand knots. I ends feel more moisturized and less brittle. I will have to measure my hair in order to see a length difference.

        • Stephanie Gibson Watkins

           1.Why did you decide to do away with chemical relaxers and embrace your natural hair?Natural hair goes more with my personality and lifestyle. I am like a urban bohemian in many ways. I try to stick close to mother nature for as many of my physical needs as possible. While in undergrad I decided, I no longer wanted to rely upon a chemical or hairstylist. I always liked the look of curly hair. I love the versatility of being natural because you can be curly or straight. Currently, I want to achieve waist length hair. Being natural will allow my hair to be as long and strong as possible in order to obtain this goal.2. How did you do last week (week 3)? Did you follow through with your goals? Any challenges thus far?I’ve followed through with my original goal to seal with castor oil at least 3 times a week. My one challenge I’m dealing with is utilizing the castor oil with my flexrod set this week. It seems like it will be kind of heavy for the ends.3. I am retaining my length really well. I can really see my length with my current flexrod set. I think the castor oil is an effective sealant.3.26.12 MeasurementsFront- 12.5Side- 12.5Back- 11.5

          • http://www.facebook.com/stephanie.b.gibson Stephanie Gibson Watkins

             Week 5 Check in
            Have any of your relationships changed since going natural? If so, how so?1.My relationships have not changed at all since going natural because I have been natural for over 10 years. This is the only way many people know me. Friends and family who have been around for years compliment me or don’t mention my hair. As mentioned before, I am a natural type of person so my hair is only an extension of that. :) 2. How did you do last week (week 4)? Did you follow through with your goals? Any challenges thus far?
            I’ve done really well. I believe I actually sealed every other day which I love. I don’t recall any challenges this week.
            3. Based on your length check pics, can you see a difference in
            thickness or length yet? For those of you focusing on  your edges, are
            they growing in?I actually pulled out the tape measure last week. 3.26.12 measurements- Front- 12.5 Side- 12.5 Back- 11.5 2.29.12 measurements- Front- 11.5 Side- 12    Back- 11So as you can see I really gained some length in the front wow! This is really good. I have never been this purposeful in charting growth.

          • http://www.facebook.com/stephanie.b.gibson Stephanie Gibson Watkins

            Week 6 Check in
            1. We all love being natural, but is there anything about being natural that you are “so over”?My hair is so soft that most of my styles don’t have staying power. Also, I want to try new products to see if other ones will help me make a style last but I don’t want to risk wasting the money.2.How did you do last week (week 5)? Did you follow through with your goals? Any challenges thus far?I am doing well. I believe I have sealed my ends every other night. I just have the challenge of holding myself accountable to the castor oil sealing routine.

          • http://www.facebook.com/stephanie.b.gibson Stephanie Gibson Watkins

             Week 7 Check in
            Who are your natural hair crushes?There are some youtubers who have wonderful hair- Kimmaytube, Ambrosia, Haircrush, Longhairdontcare, Whoissugar & Beautiful Brown Baby Doll, just to name a few.Have you been giving this challenge your all? I have put forth a strong effort. As a working mom of an eleven month old I cannot spend as much time on my hair as I would like.How did you do last week (week 6)? I have done well. I sealed my hair at least three times this week. The challenge keeps me vigilant.Did you follow through with your goals? Yes. Any challenges thus far? Due to limited energy and time, I have not had many cute styles lately. I have mostly rocked a bun on the top of my head with large twists. It’s not all that right now;)

          • http://www.facebook.com/stephanie.b.gibson Stephanie Gibson Watkins

            Week 8
            1. When you became fully natural were you surprised at all by your texture? Why/why not?
            I’ll just start from the last big chop, about 2 years ago. I have been natural for many years so I was familiar with my texture.

            2. How did you do last week (week 7)? Did you follow through with your goals? Any challenges thus far?
            I sealed at least 3 times. I also used the Kimmaytube leave-in conditioner after deep conditioning.

            3. Which JBCO would you like to win? Regular, Coconut, or Lavender?
            Lavendar

             

  • http://twitter.com/Harley153 Harlandria Moses

    Hello everyone I am really excited
    about participating in this challenge. It’s the first challenge I
    will be participating in. I will be using Cold Pressed Castor Oil.
    The front of my hair is bottom lip length, the sides are shoulder
    length, and the back is collar bone length. I will be using the oil
    all over my head, the edges, scalp and the ends. I started last week
    using it more regularly just to get myself in a routine.  I am so excited.

  • Valerie

    Hello Love,
    1.  I willbe using cold pressed castor oil  x 3 times a week
    2. hair length front to bridge of nose, sides jaw almost cheek, baack mid neck legnth
    3. will be using 3xweek, edges, and will be using leave in conditioner(kimmay tube recipe)
    See you March 1, 20012

    Valerie

  • http://profile.yahoo.com/RDUGKBK7TKBPJPOGHV5HBV2P2A Kellye Walker

    A. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?
    -Jamaican Black Castor Oil and Castor Oil(Cold Pressed and Cold Processed
    B.How long is your hair now-front, sides and back?
    -Front(tip of nose length), Sides(bottom of jaw), Back(lower neck)
    C.How will you be using your Castor Oil?
    -I will use the JBC on Mon,Wed,Fri as nightly moisturizing on entire head and edges. Cold Pressed Castor oil will be used as my sealant and pre-poo!

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1198450446 Katherine Davis Polk

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Not usre yet.  I headed to the Beauty supply after work tomorrow to see what they’ve go.2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? front is chin length, just touches my shoulder, and from the back it wraps to the front about an inch and a half past my collar bone3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? To seal at night after spritzing with water, more in the morning if needed.  I’ve never used it so, I’ll see how it works and play it by ear.

    • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1198450446 Katherine Davis Polk

      Update:  
      1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Now Solutions Expeller (I think Cold) Pressed.   I got it from the health food store.
      2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? front is 8 in (chin length), sides are 10 in (just touches my shoulder, and the back is 9 in (it wraps to the front about an inch and a half past my collar bone)
      3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? It’s a little too thick and I don’t like the smell so I’m going to mix it with other things (coconut and almond oils and infusium leave in) and spritz every morning.  I’ll use a little to seal at night.  I’ll aslo add a little when I shampoo my hair.

      Don’t know where my pictures went, but here goes again.

  • Lora

    1. I will be using Palma Christi castor oil and Jamaican Black Castor Oil when I get some.
    2. My hair is waist length in the back, the front reaches mid back length. 3. I will be using my castor oil on my edges and all over my scalp at least 3x per week. I will also be using it in my leave-in conditioner, with my pre-poos and add it to my deep conditioner concoctions.My photo is attached. I am natural but my last length check was with straightened hair. I will upload a natural length check with my next check-in.

  • Reesee Bruce

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Jamaican Black Castor Oil2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? front is eyebrow length, sides are ear lobe length, and the back is neck length
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    I will rub castor oil on my Scalp 3x a week. I will seal my hair with castor oil and whenever i style my hair and overnight steaming4.

  • SimplyCare

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?  Cold Pressed Castor Oil

    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?  chin length & shoulder length

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil?  Edges, Scalp, Sealing Hair, on my trouble area, and in my leave-in / no less than 3x a week

     

  • SunShine Malone

    Hey Jenelly Bean & Friends! I am so excited to be on this 4 month challenge with you! I will be using Jamaican Black Castor oil from http://oilsfromjamaica.com. The front of my hair (bangs) is chin length, and my sides and back are collar bone length (I cut them even this summer). I will rub Castor Oil on my scalp 3 times a week, seal my ends, revitalize my curls, and add castor oil to my hot oils treatments as needed. Let the good times begin! xoxo <3 

  • Beauty At Its Best

    1. Type of Castor Oil: Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil. 2. Hair Length: Front is nose length, sides collarbone length, back is shoulder length . 3. How will I use castor oil: rub it on my edges and scalp three times a week. Excited.

  • Tyra

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? Front-Chin length, Sides-Shoulder length, Back-Shoulder length
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    Edges, Scalp, Sealing Hair, 3x a week-at least, no more than 5x a week,
    4. Attach at least one length photo to your comment.

  • giz616

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    Jamaican Black Castor Oil and  Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil

    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    After wash and air dry with no product: front- eye length; side- mid ear; back- nape of neck

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    Edges and scalp- 3x a week; Hot oil treatment and/or in deep conditioner- weekly

    • Teresa Matthews

      Hey, Happy to see you joined!

  • Kimprince01

    1. What type of castor oil will I be using? Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil,
    2. How long is my front-mid nose length, sides-below my ear, back-shoulder length
    3. How will I use the Castor Oil? I will do castor oil massages once a week, seal my hair wilth the castor oil, and mix with my water that I mist on my hair.
    I’m so excited and ready to have long, thick, beautiful natural hair.

    • Kimprince01

      I will post my pic this evening.

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=722788144 Antoinette Wilson

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you
    be using? 

    Cold Pressed Castor Oil (bottle is almost empty) and then will switch to Jamaican Black Castor Oil

    2. How long is your hair now-front,
    sides, and back? 

    Front: nose length; sides: chin length, back: very little past shoulders

    3. How will you be using your Castor
    Oil? 

    Rub onto edges and heir line where there is some thinning and scalp 3X a week; for sealing and when moisturizing; rub into hands when putting in and taking out my twists; rub over my hair when i feel it dry and needs some sheen; pre poos

  • http://twitter.com/SoulsDestiny Dida

    1.JBCO-Rosemary
    2.Front: Chin length, Side: Shoulder, Back: Shoulder 
    3. Scalp & nape rub 3-5 times a week, use for remoisturizing & restyling,  oil treatment before routine washing cycle 

  • http://twitter.com/SoulsDestiny Dida

    Excited to see where this journey takes me !!!!!

  • Apw0789

    I am using all natural castor oil sent to me straight from Jamaica, I am a year natural also one yr since my BC. I Cannot accurately measure the length of my hair since its locking. The front comes right above my eyebrows, sides are down to my earlobes and the back is at the end of my nape area. The castor oil is being used on my scalp and as a moisture sealer.

  • mslawyer02

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?  Cold pressed Castor Oil from Whole Foods 2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? Front is tip of nose, Sides are middle of neck and back is end of neck. 3.   How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will apply it to my scalp 3 times a week and use it as part of my pre-poo regimine

  • Kimprince01

    Where do you go to check in?

  • TinyMity1

    Oh, please count me in the challenge!

     

    1.      
    I will be using a combination of Regular
    Pharmacy Castor Oil and Jamaican Black Castor Oil.

    2.      
    Currently, my hair is super-short. I had cut it
    off to a Caesar to support a friend battling breast cancer and my last haircut
    was Nov. 19, 2012. When finger stretched, the length is approximately 1 1/8“.

    3.      
    I will be using my castor oil on my edges, for
    scalp massages, and mixed with conditioners as a deep conditioning treatment.

  • http://profile.yahoo.com/LSTXDXEGGKT37TVVUUY2R6DSVY Elizabeth

    Here are my pics!

  • Nikki1922

    What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Cold Press Castor Oil 2.  How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? front-eyebrow lenght sides-below earlope back- 2 inches below neck hairline
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? pre-poo, hair sealing, massaging scalp, greenhouse effect 3 days a week.

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=7406449 Tiara Fuller

    What type of castor oil will you be using?

    Just Jamaican Black Castor Oil and a mix of that and coconut oil for my ends

    How long is your hair now?
    Front- Almost eyebrow length
    Sides- Almost ear length
    Back- Almost neck length

    How will you be using your castor oil?
    On my scalp everyday. Seal my ends with it 3x a week after washing.

    I have no idea why my pictures are rotated to the side! lol

  • Candice Baptiste-Sexton

    I will be using Jamaican Black Castor Oil as well as regular Castor Oil.  My hair is chin length in the front and a little past collar bone on the sides, and almost armpit length in the back.  I will rub castor oil + coconut oil on my scalp 3-4 times a week, and seal with castor oil every 2 days.

    • Candice Baptiste-Sexton

      Here are my two pictures.  One is from when I had my hair straightened for my 2nd nappiversary (January 4th), and the other is from a twist out last week.

  • Monethardy

    I am interested/excited/motivated/stoked to begin this challenge.  I am using Tropical Isle Jamaican Black Castor oil for a scalp massage at night and Indian castor oil mixed with olive oil,grapeseed and vatika oil in my mix of oil to seal and moisturize my hair three times a week. I am going to do a pre-poo and hot oil treatment each month during the challenge with a mixture of the two oils.  My hair tends to grow at about 1/4 to 1/2 inches per month

  • Katoasha

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? I will be using JBCO along with coconut oil
    How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? the front is 5 inches and the sides are 4 inches  and the back is 4 inches

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will apply 3x a week to my scalp and hair and also use to seal after I wash or no poo 3x a week

  • shade

    I will be using Jamaican Black Castor oil. I currently have a TWA. I will be using the castor oil for scalp massages about 3 times a week. Also i will be using it on my edges as well throughout this challenge.

  • Rare Kommodity

    1. I’m using cold pressed castor oil from whole foods
    2. My hair is broken off and several different lengths. The front is eye, nose, and cheek (yes all 3). The sides are jaw length. The back goes down to the top of my shoulders.
    3. I will be using CO on my scalp 4x/week and as a pre-poo and as a sealant and hot oil treatments every 2 weeks

    I have SEVERE breakage in the crown of my head so I will attempt to show that in a picture. I’m excited to see the results! You can see my length check/progress etc. on my YT channel at falloniscool331. 

  • Alicia

    I’m using JBCO.. I started using it on my edges this morning.

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Shawna-McGibbon/100000795843326 Shawna McGibbon

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 

    Jamaican Black Castor Oil

     

     2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 

    Front – Eyebrow length, sides, ear
    length, back neck length

     

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 

    I will be using my oil on my edges,
    scalp, for hot oil treatments overnight and steam treatments I will be using it
    for moisture, I have locs so the affects may be different I will be using it
    about 3-5x’s/week

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Shawna-McGibbon/100000795843326 Shawna McGibbon

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 

    Jamaican Black Castor Oil

     

     2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 

    Front – Eyebrow length, sides, ear
    length, back neck length

     

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 

    I will be using my oil on my edges,
    scalp, for hot oil treatments overnight and steam treatments I will be using it
    for moisture, I have locs so the affects may be different I will be using it
    about 3-5x/week

  • Cassandra P.

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? I will be using Now Foods Castor Oil.2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? Front-just below the mid area of nose; Sides-just by jawline; back-just at the bottom of neckHow will you be using your Castor Oil? I will be using the for edges, and sealing hair at least 3x a week.

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=504810690 Dian Marie Maguehi-Blair

    Well, I’m a little late, can I still join? I hope so . . . . I’m using filtered pure castor oil. The front of my hair is about lip length, sides are at the middle of my neck, and the back is a bit below my shoulder blades. I’m going to be using the castor oil as a sealant (2x a week) and scalp moisturizer (3 or 4x a week) .

    • http://kinkycurlycoilyme.com/ Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

      You are good.

  • Dimmabl

    I hope you will still let me participate. I know I’m late. I have Jamaica filtered pure castor oil I got from the beauty supply. The front of my hair is lip length, the sides are to the middle of my neck and the back is at about the middle of my shoulder blade. I’m using my castor oil as sealant two times a week and to moisturize my scalp two times a week. 

    • Dimm

      Here are some pics.

    • http://kinkycurlycoilyme.com/ Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

      You’re good. Next wed is the last day to sign up

  • Shesinoakland

    1. regular castor oil 2. Nose and shoulder length 3. i will be using it for my edges and to seal my ends. 4.

  • MPB

    Hope I am not too late. Pls pls let me in. My hair is 4b or so, fine, about 7-8inches. Will be using Sunny Isle Jamaican Black Castor OIl with rosemary. Will be using as pre poo every 1-2 weeks, which I am doing right now :) I also plan to apply on my scalp and hair 2ce a week. My goals are to improve my edges, reduce hair shedding, and have softer, thicker, healthier hair. I can’t even imagine long hair at this point…..so it will be a huge miracle if I gain some length. I will post pics later as my hair is in a castor oil prepoo treatment now. Excited! Was using henna before but had breakage as I think it is heavy for my hair. 

    • http://kinkycurlycoilyme.com/ Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

      Your good.

  • Sylly Cyri

    is it to late to enter i have everything i need

    • http://kinkycurlycoilyme.com/ Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

      Nope it’s not too late. answer the questions and you’re in.

  • omgaalexandria

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    cold pressed

    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    APL
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    every other day apply to my edges and the end of my hair

    4. Attach at least one length photo to your comment. 
     all pics will be on my tumblr: aalexandria.tumblr.com

  • Naimabazemore

    I’m using Jamaican Black with lavender and cold pressed castor oil. the front of my hair is about lip length,sides and back are collar bone length about three months ago I had 3in cut off . I’ll use the castor oil for a scalp massage and to seal after moisturizing on the length .

  • Curlyambitions

    I hope it’s not too late to join!

    I’ll be using JBCO and JBCO with lavender.

    Bang is lip length. Sides are collar bone length. Back is at the top of my back, below my neck.

    I’ll be using this as a scalp massage and a sealer!

    How should I post the pictures?

    • http://kinkycurlycoilyme.com/ Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

      Not too late. You’re good.

  • SimoneMiller

    My name is Simone Miller. 1. I will be using Jamaican Black Castor Oil. 2. I just did the Big Chop so my hair is very low. 3. I will be using castor oil on my edges, scalp, hot oil treatments and overnight steaming. 4. 

  • Ksndra

    I hope I am not too late , I just found out about this on YouTube today. I will be using JBCO 3X a week (all over scalp) I will also seal ends with JBCO and coconut oil, if I find my scalp itching more I will combine coconut oil with the JBCO. Will be using on edges 3x-4x a week and massages. I’m not sure with overnight steaming is but I’m going to check into that as well and I may prepoo with the castor oil also. The front= right between my eyes back=neck length (i guess) and side= just past my ear

    • http://kinkycurlycoilyme.com/ Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

      Not too late. Last day to register is 3/7/12. Make sure you go and check in this week. Visit the homepage and you will see the checkin article in the top slider.

  • pia_bailey

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? Jamaican Black Castor Oil.2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? front is nose length, sides are jaw bone length, and the back is almost shoulder length3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will rub castor oil on my Scalp 3-4x a week. I will use it in my daily spritzer.  I will seal my hair with castor oil.  I will use castor oil during my pre-poos.

  • Letticia

    Hi Jenelle! I’m so excited for this challenge, I’m a few days late to add my comment, but I’ve already begun using Castor Oil for the first week.
    1. I’ll be using JCBO, the original scent.
    2. My hair is about 7 inches all around, except at the crown it’s closer to 8. I have major breakage at the nape of my neck – it’s always been that way, so hopefully this challenge will encourage a change.
    3. I will be using JCBO on my nape and other problem areas 3x a week, and as my weekly pre-poo mixed with Coconut Oil. I will also mix it with my butters that I use as a styling product.

    • http://kinkycurlycoilyme.com/ Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

      Hey sis!
      Awesome!

  • Julia Wilson

    Is it too late for me to join the challenge?

    • http://kinkycurlycoilyme.com/ Jenell : BlakIzBeautyful

       No, last day is 3/7/12, hurry!

  • MilaXX

    I’m locked and use Jamaican Black Oil, I have some thinning edges I want to correct. My locks are shoulder length. I typically rub on my scalp & seal my ends after washing.

  • Ijboyd101

    Hi, I’m imani !
    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    (i- Cold Pressed Castor Oil
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    i have a twa.. uber short. @dc7d3b3a82f7fc2b213cd2a0f8d0f59f:disqus  months after a BC
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    Edges, Scalp,  Hot oil treatments / 3x a week,

  • SweetJo

    Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    Front of hair= Chin, Sides= about 2 inches past collar bone, just about arm pit, back =arm pit length
    Will be using it 3 times  a week on my scalp.

  • Sherri Singley

    1. I will be using cold pressed Castor oil that I bought from the health food store. 
    2. Length check: My front reaches the tip of my nose, the sides reach my jaw line, and the back reaches the bottom of my neck(1 inch above collarbone).
    3. I will be using the castor oil every day(7x/wk) to do nightly scalp massages. Then also I will use a little in the morning mixed with olive oil, jojoba oil, and grape seed oil to moisturize & on my hands for twistout takedown.

  • Celeste4

    1. Cold Pressed Castor Oil
    2. Front of hair to my nse, sides about 6 inches, back to shoulder. A weird patch in the middle about 4 inches.
    3. I pan to message it into my edges ad my shrt patch in the middle.
    Trying to find a picture to post. Thanks for this challenge. I’m excited.

  • valeriesmith15

    Just checking in first week ending Wednesday  7th March, I have been putting the castor oil twice daily,  the last three days, using the greenhouse method, sleeping with a plastic bag, to create heat and moisture. Also trying to increase my massaging on my hair.

  • http://twitter.com/blackizbeutiful chima lubin

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?
    I will be using the Black Jamaican Castor Oil from the the beauty supply store.
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?
    My hair in the front is in between eye brows and mid nose length, the sides are a little bit past my ears and the back of my hair hits the top of my back.
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil?
    I will apply the castor oil to my hair while doing twist, during my pre-poo, and while steaming my hair with a plastic cap over night at least 5xs a week

  • LaToya

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?
    Cold pressed castor oil from whole foods.

    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?
    2 inches in the front and side and 2 1/2 inches in the back.

    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? Once or twice a week to massage my scalp and with every wash in go (which is almost everyday or other day) to seal my hair.

  • IslandNatural

    My name is Michelle B. 
    1. I will be using the Black Jamaican Castor Oil and cold pressed castor oil2. My hair in the front is to the tip of my nose, the sides are to my jaw and the back of my hair hits a little past the  top of my back.3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will apply the castor oil to my hair while doing twist, during my pre-poo,  for my edges, styling  deep conditoning, and remoisturizing my scalp.

  • Gina B

    I’m going to be using Jbco in the evening on scalp, edges, and to seal. And reg castor oil during the day. My front is mid forehead length. Sides are lower earlobe length, and back is mid neck. I will use the oil 5-7 days a week or as needed. Ive measured it at 3 inches, and I hope to be at 5 – 6 inches by the end of this challenge. Sn: I’m unable to post a pic until this weekend :) Smooches & God Bless!

  • natasha coleman

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?
    Jamaican Black Castor Oil & Regular Pharmacy Castor Oil. I may possibly mix with other oils as well.
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?
    Front: Eyebrow length, Sides: Just below the earlobe, Back: Mid neck3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? I will rub castor oil on my Scalp 3x a week. I will seal my hair with castor oil, I will use when styling my hair or remoisturizing, deep condition, and on my edges.

    My picture shows my length when blown out (top 2), when worn in a wash and go (bottom left), and worn in a flat twist out (bottom right)

  • Simone-IslandPersona

    I enjoy your channel, and I hope it isn’t too late to join your castor oil challenge. I actually started using castor oil on 3/1. I am frustrated with the lack of manageability and length retention of my hair so this comes with great timing.
    1. I am using Jamaican Black Castor Oil
    2. My hair is nose length. The sides are uneven but are about jawbone length. The back is neck length. The back side pieces reach the top of my collar bone.
    3. I will be using my castor oil for scalp massages at least 4x per week. I will focus on my side edges as I’ve always had issues there. I will also do hot oil treatments and add castor oil to my conditioner
    4. Here’s my picture

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=53402763 Jasmine Triplett

    1. I am starting off using cold pressed castor oil (until my jbco arrives)
    2.front of hair is a little passed  eyebrow length. sides are below the ear. back is base of neck length.
    3. I’LL be using castor oil as a moisture sealant and also massaging into scalp…will try as a hot oil treatment at least once.

  • Candibear904

    I will be using Jamaican Black Castor Oil.  My Hair in front is nose length, side is shoulder length and back is below the neckline.  I will be rubbing it onto my scalp and edges and doing hot oil treatments.  I also seal my hair with castor oil and coconut oil.

  • Vanessa Akem

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using? 
    Jamaican Black Castor Oil and Red Pimiento Growth Oil (which has castor oil in it)
    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back? 
    Front is nose length, sides are almost at the base of my neck, back is shoulder length
    3. How will you be using your Castor Oil? 
    I will be rubbing Castor oil on my scalp at least three times a week, slightly mixed with jojoba and lavender oil – I will massage my scalp and edges for at least 5 minutes after I do this. I will use it to seal my hair whenever I am remoisturizing and styling, as well as my pre-poos. 

  • Tara Albright

    1. What type of castor oil will you be using? Regular pharmacy castor oil. 2.How long is you hair now? Front is nose length and back is neck length and sides are just past the jaw line.3. How will you be using the castor oil. I will use during pre-poos, rub on my scalp 5x week and and when sealing hair. 

  • http://profile.yahoo.com/ERQ7OSAQR3TM6BXMIS65WZTHMQ Dionne

    1.This is my second week of Using JBCO. 2.My hair is about 2-4 inches long The Back is about 3, sides are about 4, my temples are very thin(pretty much bald), middle from 2-3inches. It’s all different lengths. I just recently put my hair in kinky twists for the next 3 months. 3. I will be rubbing and massaging castor oil on my scalp especially on temples. I will be using it at night along with my spritz.

  • Tracy

    What type of cator oil will you be using? store brand castor oil
    How long is your hair now front, sides, back? front to the chin sides to shoulder back just touching shoulder
    How will you use oil? As a seal in moisture, scalp @ least 5x a wk

  • nitrice neal

    1) I will be using regular pharmacy castor oil, 2) I have a twa, 3) I will be using it as a a sealant 3 times a week on my hair and scalp for maximum growth. I will post my pictures very soon so i can join you ladies in the challenge. love kccm on facebook.

  • Guest

    1. Tropic Isle Living—Lavender Jamaican Black Castor Oil

    2. Shoulder length

    3. Edges, scalp, sealing hair, overnight steaming, 3-5 x per week.

  • RAMONA

    1. What type of Castor Oil will you be using?
    The Palma Christi Castor oil Hexane-free, Cold Pressed Castor Oil

    2. How long is your hair now-front, sides, and back?
    front just above my eyebrows, sides just past my ear and back to my neck

    3.How will you be using your Castor Oil? And How often?
    (Edges & Scalp daily, Hot oil treatments & Deep Conditioning biweekly

    4. Three weeks ago I got my hair twisted with human hair

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